Self Assessment
Do you have a drinking or drug problem? Ask yourself the following questions and check those that apply as honestly as you can.
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Do you drink or use drugs to overcome shyness or to feel more confident? |
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Have you missed days at school due to your drinking or drug use? |
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Is drinking or using drugs causing problems with your family or friends? |
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Have you ever felt remorse or guilty after drinking or using drugs? |
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Have you ever gotten into financial difficulties or stolen as a result of drinking or using drugs? |
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Have you noticed that your motivation and ambition have decreased since drinking or using drugs? |
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Do you tend to think about or crave having a drink or drug at a certain time of day? |
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Do you ever drink or use drugs so that you will fit in with a certain group of friends? |
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Do you tell yourself you can stop drinking or using at any time? |
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Do you drink or use drugs to escape from worries or trouble? |
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Have you ever had a complete loss of memory as a result of drinking or drugs? |
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Have you ever felt that your life would be better if you did not drink or use drugs? |
If you've checked one of the above questions, this is a warning sign that you may have a problem with substance abuse and should consider speaking with a professional regarding appropriate treatment options.
If you've checked more than two of the above questions, then there is a good chance that you may be substance dependent and should seek immediate advice from a treatment professional regarding appropriate treatment options.
